Golf Bag Having a Removable Golf Bag

ABSTRACT

A golf bag system is described that can include a main golf bag and a removable golf bag. The main golf bag and removable golf bag can be releasably coupled together for transporting as a single unit (e.g., golf bag system) or as two separate units (e.g., main golf bag and removable golf bag). In some implementations, the removable golf bag can be configured to function at least similar to the golf bag system in that it can carry approximately fourteen golf clubs and include storage compartments for carrying golf balls, golf accessories, etc. Additionally, both the main golf bag and removable golf bag can include removable storage containers.

RELATED APPLICATION

This application is a continuation under 35 U.S.C. §120 of U.S. patentapplication Ser. No. 14/597,215 (which will issue as U.S. Pat. No.9,302,162 on Apr. 5, 2016), filed Jan. 14, 2015, which is incorporatedby reference herein in its entirety.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The subject matter described herein relates to devices, systems andmethods of a golf bag system having a main golf bag and a removable golfbag.

BACKGROUND

A golf bag can hold a variety of golf clubs, with each golf clubproviding various advantages for hitting a golf ball. A typical golf bagcan be large and heavy, which can be why golfers use golf carts toassist with carrying their golf bags. In addition, golf bags can bedifficult to travel with due to their weight and size. Due to each golfclub providing a particular advantage for hitting a golf ball, a golfermay switch golf clubs at least once prior to hitting the golf ball asthe golfer tries to find the best golf club to use under the presentconditions; this is especially true as the golfer approaches the puttinggreen. Therefore, a golfer can be found walking back and forth between alocation of the golf ball and the golf bag, which can be too heavy tocarry and is left attached to the golf cart.

SUMMARY

Aspects of the current subject matter can include various methods andimplementations of a golf bag system. In one aspect, a golf bag systemis described that can include a main golf bag having a coupling surfaceand an engagement feature. In addition, the golf bag system can furtherinclude a removable golf bag having an engaging feature that releasablyengages the engagement feature for releasably coupling the removablegolf bag to the main golf bag. The removable golf bag can furtherinclude a stabilizer that forms a first position, wherein the firstposition can include the stabilizer positioned within a stabilizerrecess that extends a length along a side of the removable golf bag, andwherein the side of the removable golf bag can be mated against thecoupling surface when the stabilizer is in the first position and theengaging feature is engaged with the engagement feature.

In another aspect, an implementation of the golf bag system can includea main golf bag having a coupling surface and an engagement feature. Inaddition, the golf bag system can include a removable golf bag having anengaging feature that releasably engages the engagement feature forreleasably coupling the removable golf bag to the main golf bag. Theremovable golf bag can further include a stabilizer that forms a firstposition, wherein the first position includes the stabilizer positionedwithin a stabilizer recess that extends a length along a side of theremovable golf bag, and wherein the side of the removable golf bag ismated against the coupling surface when the stabilizer is in the firstposition and the engaging feature is engaged with the engagementfeature. Additionally, the golf bag system can include a quick-releasemechanism that includes an activating part for activating the quickrelease mechanism, wherein activation of the quick-release mechanism candisengage the engaging feature from the engagement feature and detachthe removable golf bag from the main golf bag. Furthermore, the golf bagsystem can include a handle positioned adjacent the activating part anda storage receptacle located on at least one of the main golf bag andthe removable golf bag, wherein the storage receptacle is configured toreleasably attach a removable storage container. In addition, the golfbag system can include a positioning feature adjacent a base of the maingolf bag that is configured to engage the removable golf bag and preventthe removable golf bag from moving distally relative to the main golfbag. Furthermore, the stabilizer can include an elongated shaft with astabilizing foot at a distal end of the elongated shaft. The stabilizingfoot can be wider than the elongated shaft.

In another aspect, a method of the golf bag system can include engaginga positioning feature adjacent a base of the main golf bag with theremovable golf bag thereby preventing the removable golf bag from movingdistally relative to the main golf bag. The method can further includeattaching the removable golf bag to the main golf bag, wherein theattaching includes mating the contact surface of the main golf bag withthe side of the removable golf bag. In addition, the method can furtherinclude engaging the engaging member of the removable bag with theengagement member of the main golf bag.

In some variations one or more of the following features can optionallybe included in any feasible combination. For example, someimplementations of the golf bag system can include the stabilizerforming a second position including the stabilizer extended at an anglefrom a body of the removable golf bag when the removable golf bag isdetached from the main golf bag. The removable golf bag can furtherinclude a quick-release mechanism including an activating part foractivating the quick release mechanism, wherein activation of thequick-release mechanism can disengage the engaging feature from theengagement feature and detach the removable golf bag from the main golfbag. In addition, the activating part can include one or more of apush-button, a touch-sensitive electronic interface, and a latch, andthe removable golf bag can include a handle positioned adjacent theactivating part.

Additionally, in some variations of the golf bag system, at least one ofthe main golf bag and the removable golf bag can include a storagereceptacle configured to releasably attach a removable storage containerand the removable storage container can include a face having an edgewith the edge including features that releasably mate with the storagereceptacle. Furthermore, the removable golf bag can be capable ofholding at least ten golf clubs and the stabilizer can include a pair oflegs. The removable golf bag can include a mount that releasablyattaches to a top part of the removable golf bag and is configured tocouple the removable golf bag to a golf cart. In addition, the removablegolf bag can include a hood that releasably attaches to the mount and isconfigured to protect and secure contents within a main innercompartment of the removable golf bag.

In addition, in some variations of the golf bag system, the main golfbag can include a removable wheel assembly that is releasably secured tothe main golf bag. Additionally, the main golf bag can include apositioning feature adjacent a base of the main golf bag that isconfigured to engage the removable golf bag and prevent the removablegolf bag from moving distally relative to the main golf bag.Furthermore, the positioning feature can include an extruded lip. Thecoupling surface can be sized and shaped to conform to a part of anouter profile of the removable golf bag and the coupling surface caninclude a honeycomb-shaped material. At least one of the main golf bagor the removable golf bag can include a magnetic receptacle configuredto magnetically attach an accessory, such as a golf glove, ball marker,personal identification tags, or the like. In addition, the removablegolf bag can include rigid dividers.

The details of one or more variations of the subject matter describedherein are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the descriptionbelow. Other features and advantages of the subject matter describedherein will be apparent from the description and drawings, and from theclaims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute apart of this specification, show certain aspects of the subject matterdisclosed herein and, together with the description, help explain someof the principles associated with the disclosed implementations.

FIG. 1 shows an isometric view of an implementation of a golf bag systemincluding a removable bag and a main bag in a combined configuration, inaccordance with some implementations of the current subject matter;

FIG. 2 shows the golf bag system of FIG. 1 with the removable bagdetached from the main bag, in accordance with some implementations ofthe current subject matter;

FIG. 3 shows an isometric view of the removable bag of FIG. 1 beingsupported by a stabilizer and removable storage containers showndetached from the storage receptacle, in accordance with someimplementations of the current subject matter;

FIG. 4 illustrates a rear view of the main bag of FIG. 1 showing anelongated storage cavity along a side of the main bag and removablestorage containers shown detached and attached to storage receptacles,in accordance with some implementations of the current subject matter;

FIG. 5 shows an isometric view of the removable bag of FIG. 1 includinga mount that can assist with attaching the removable bag to a golf cart,in accordance with some implementations of the current subject matter;

FIG. 6 shows an isometric view of the removable bag of FIG. 1 includinga hood that can assist with protecting and securing contents within theremovable bag, in accordance with some implementations of the currentsubject matter; and

FIG. 7 shows a rear view of the removable bag of FIG. 1, including aclose-up view of the bottom portion of the removable bag of FIG. 4, inaccordance with some implementations of the current subject matter.

When practical, similar reference numbers denote similar structures,features, or elements.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

When playing a round of golf, a golfer will typically carry a golf bagthat holds approximately fourteen different golf clubs. Each golf clubcan provide advantages for hitting a golf ball under various conditionsand to achieve various results (e.g., remove the golf ball from a sandtrap, putt the ball, etc.). In addition to golf clubs, the golf bag canhold golf balls and various other golf accessories, such as tees, a golfglove, a divot tool, water, snacks, money, and the like. As such, atypical golf bag can be large and heavy, which can be why golfers usegolf carts to assist with carrying their golf bags. Furthermore, due toeach golf club providing a particular advantage for hitting a golf ball,a golfer may switch golf clubs at least once prior to hitting the golfball as the golfer tries to find the best golf club to use under thepresent conditions; this is especially true as the golfer approaches theputting green. When approaching the green, the golfer may not knowwhether he or she wants to use a putter, a sand wedge, a wedge, a9-iron, or the like. Therefore, a golfer can be found walking back andforth between the location of the golf ball and the golf bag, which canbe left attached to the golf cart. Alternatively, the golfer must carrya number of clubs to the green, risking leaving one or more clubs on thegreen after finishing the hole.

It would thus be an advantage for a golfer to have a way to carry aconvenient and lightweight golf bag for transporting at least a smallerselection of golf clubs, such as when a golfer stops to hit a golf balland has an idea of a range of golf clubs that are likely to beappropriate for the given conditions.

The current subject matter is directed to a golf bag system thatincludes a main bag and a removable bag that can be releasably coupledtogether for transporting as a single unit (e.g., golf bag system) or astwo separate units (e.g., main bag and removable bag). The golf bagsystem can be approximately the same size as a typical golf bag and canallow a user to detach the removable bag from the main bag, such as forcarrying a select number of golf clubs to a location and efficientlydetermine which golf club is best to use under the circumstances withouthaving to walk back and forth to the golf cart, carry a heavy golf bag,or carry a number of individual clubs. In addition, the removable golfbag, although smaller, can be configured to function at least similar tothe golf bag system in that it can carry approximately fourteen golfclubs and include storage compartments for carrying golf balls, golfaccessories, or the like. Alternatively, the removable golf bag isconfigured to carry at least ten golf clubs. Alternatively still, theremovable golf bag is configured to from ten to fourteen golf clubs.Alternatively still, the removable golf bag is configured to carry atleast thirteen golf clubs. Alternatively still, the removable golf bagis configured to carry at least fourteen golf clubs. Additionally, boththe main bag and removable bag can include improved features, such asremovable storage containers. Various other improvements and advantagesprovided by the golf bag system is described and shown herein.

FIG. 1 illustrates an implementation of a golf bag system 100 includinga main bag 102 and a removable bag 104, with the removable bag 104 beingconfigured to attach to and detach from the main bag 102. The golf bagsystem 100 can be used in a combined configuration (e.g., the removablebag 104 attached to the main bag 102, as shown in FIG. 1) or as separateunits (e.g., the removable bag detached from the main bag, as shown inFIG. 2). For example, a user can detach the removable bag 104 fortransporting a select number of golf clubs to a location of a golf balland/or for traveling with a lighter and more compact golf bag.

The removable bag 104 can include a variety of features that allow theremovable bag 104 to function similar to the main bag 102 or combinedconfiguration, but with smaller dimensions for easier and lightertransport. The removable bag 104 can also be configured such that it cancarry approximately fourteen golf clubs, which can allow the removablebag 104 to be used as a complete travel golf bag, without having to takethe main bag. Advantages of using the removable bag 104 as a travel bagcan include transporting a more compact and lighter unit, which can saveon space and/or costs (e.g., airline baggage fees, room in the hotel,easier to transport in a rental car, and the like).

Some implementations of the removable bag 104 can include aquick-release (e.g., one-touch release) mechanism 106 that allows theremovable bag 104 to be detached from the main bag 102 as a result ofthe user activating a part of the quick-release mechanism 106 withminimal effort. For example, an activating part 108 of the quick-releasemechanism 106 can include a push-button, a touch-sensitive electronicinterface, a latch, a hook, or the like. Furthermore, activating theactivating part 108 of the quick-release mechanism 106 can includedepressing the push-button, touching the touch-sensitive electronicinterface, moving the latch, or the like. The quick-release mechanism106 can include any one of a variety of unlocking mechanisms andinterfaces that require minimal effort and steps (e.g., a single touch)from a user, which can allow the user to quickly and efficiently detachthe removable bag 104 from the main bag 102. Additionally, in someimplementations, either the removable bag 104 or the main bag 102 caninclude any part of the quick-release mechanism 108, which can includevarious engaging features that can releasably secure the removable bag104 to the main bag 102.

As shown in FIG. 1, the activating part 108 of the quick-releasemechanism 106 can be positioned along or adjacent to a handle 110 of theremovable bag 104, which can allow the user to detach the removable bag104 from the main bag 102 with the same hand that is gripping the handle110. This can minimize the effort and number of steps required for theuser to detach the removable bag 104 from the main bag 102. For example,the user can grip the handle 110 with the user's hand and activate theactivating part 108 with a finger or thumb of the user's hand that isgripping the handle 110. As such, the user can detach the removable bag104 and pull the removable bag 104 away from the main bag 102 with asingle hand. Although the removable bag 104 is shown and described byway of example as having a handle 110, any number of a variety ofgripping or grasping features can be included along the removable bag104 for assisting the user with either attaching or detaching theremovable bag 104 from the main bag 102.

FIG. 2 shows the removable bag 104 detached from the main bag 102. Asshown in FIG. 2, the main bag 102 can include a removable bag interface112 that is configured to interact with a part of the removable bag 104,such as when the removable bag 104 is attached to the main bag 102and/or while attaching or detaching the removable bag 104 from the mainbag 102. For example, the removable bag interface 112 can be locatedalong a side of the main bag 102 and can include a coupling surface 114that is sized and shaped to accept or conform to a part of an outerprofile of the removable bag 104. For example, the coupling surface 114can include a concave shape that conforms to a part of the outer profileof the removable bag 104 for storing the removable bag 104 against theside of the main bag 102 in a compact and secure configuration, as shownfor example in FIG. 1. Furthermore, in some implementations, thecoupling surface 114 can include a light-weight material, such as ahoneycomb-shaped material, which can assist in reducing the overallweight of the golf bag system. The honeycomb-shaped material allows lessmaterial to be used while still maintaining a rigid structure, and isshown at 192 in FIG. 7.

In addition, the removable bag interface 112 can include a part of thequick-release mechanism 106 or a feature that interacts with thequick-release mechanism 106. As shown in FIG. 2, the main bag 102 caninclude one or more engagement features 116 that can be engaged by apart of the quick-release mechanism 106, such as one or more engagingfeatures 118 associated with the removable bag 104. Engagement of theengaging features 118 with the engagement features 116 can assist withreleasably coupling the removable bag 104 to the main bag 102.

In some implementations, the engaging feature 118 can include one ormore spring-loaded locking features that are associated with theremovable bag 104 and can engage the one or more engagement features 116of the removable bag interface 112. Engagement of the spring-loadedlocking features with the engagement features 116 can releasably securethe coupling of the removable bag 104 to the main bag 102. However, anynumber of locking features can be used for assisting with releasablysecuring the coupling of the removable bag 104 to the main bag 102.

The removable bag interface 112 can also include a positioning feature120 that assists with positioning and securing the removable bag 104relative to the main bag 102. For example, the positioning feature 120can include a lip or extruded feature that can engage a part of theremovable bag 104 and prevent the removable bag 104 from moving while inthe combined configuration until the quick-release mechanism isactivated.

As shown for example in FIG. 2, the positioning feature 120 can includean extruded lip positioned adjacent a distal end of the removable baginterface 112 or adjacent the base of the main bag 102. During use, thepositioning feature 120 can prevent the removable bag 104 from slidingdistally (e.g., towards the base of the main bag) relative to the mainbag 102 when the removable bag 104 is attached to the main bag 102. Inaddition, the positioning feature 120 can also assist with attaching theremovable bag 104 to the main bag 102 by providing a feature that theuser can attach a part of the removable bag 104 to before or whilesecuring the removable bag 104 to the main bag 102. This can assist withproperly positioning the removable bag 104 before or while securelyattaching the removable bag 104 to the main bag 102, which can minimizeor prevent the user from having to make more than one attempt tocorrectly attach the removable bag 104 to the main bag 102.

In some implementations, the removable bag 104 can include a stabilizer122 that can assist with stabilizing the removable bag 104 in an uprightor angled position, such as when the removable bag 104 has been detachedfrom the main bag 102. The stabilizer 122 can include a variety offeatures and configurations, such as a pair of legs that can bepositioned at a variety of angles relative to the body of the removablebag 104. In some implementations, the stabilizer 122 can be springloaded such that the stabilizer 122 can be easily expanded for use. Inaddition, the stabilizer 122 can include a locking mechanism that canprevent the stabilizer 122 from moving. For example, the lockingmechanism can be unlocked by the user in order to move the stabilizer122 into a desired position, such as either for supporting the removablebag 104 in a desired position or storing the stabilizer 122 in a compactconfiguration. The stabilizer 122 can be manufactured in a variety ofways, including injection molded, and can be made out of a variety ofmaterials, such as plastic, metal, titanium, and/or carbon fiber.

In addition, the removable bag 104 can include a stabilizer recess 180,as shown in FIG. 7 that can allow the stabilizer 122 to lay flush (orflat) with the removable bag 104 when the stabilizer 122 is in a compactor collapsed configuration, including when the removable bag 104 isattached to the main bag 102. This can allow the stabilizer 122 to layflush with a side of the removable bag 104, such as the side that mateswith the removable bag interface 112 or coupling surface 114 of the mainbag 102 when the golf bag system is in the combined configuration (e.g.,removable bag 104 attached to the main bag 102). As such, this can allowthe combined configuration to form a more compact configuration. Themain bag 102 can also include a stabilizer that can assist withstabilizing a position of either the main bag 102 or golf bag system100.

According to one embodiment, the stabilizer 122 is connected to pushrods 212. The push rods 212 push out stabilizer 122 when stabilizer 122is desired to be used. Push rods 212 connect to stabilizer 122 viaconnector 213. Connector 213, in one embodiment, comprises a swivel orsome other method of connecting stabilizer 122 and push rods 212.Alternatively, connector 213 can slide up and down stabilizer 122.

When a user removes removable bag 104 from the main bag 102, thestabilizer 122 remains flush against removable bag 104. When the userdesires to have removable bag 104 stand upright on its own, clip 190 isremoved (if not previously removed), removable bag 104 leans backpushing the bag against bottom portion 194, and causing the push rods212 to push out stabilizer 122. Once pushed out, stabilizer 122 then isin an angled position to allow the removable bag to stand freely, whichis shown for example in FIGS. 5 and 6.

According to one embodiment, the stabilizer 122 can include feet thathelp keep the stabilizer 122 be positioned correctly. The feet can be apart of the stabilizer 122 or a separate piece. The feet can be angledand be wider to better support removable bag 104. If a separate piece,the feet can be made of a plastic or rubber that is attachable to theend of the stabilizer 122. When the stabilizer 122 is rendered flushagainst the bag, if wider feet are used, a cutout in the bag to allowfor the wider feet can allow the entire stabilizer to be flush.

In one embodiment, stabilizer 122 can comprise a honey-comb likestructure to provide additional rigidity and tensile strength forstabilizer 122.

In addition, either the main bag 102 or the removable bag 104 caninclude one or more removable storage containers 130 that can beattached and detached from one or more storage receptacles 132. Theremovable storage containers 130 can have a variety of shapes, sizes,and characteristics (e.g., colors, logos, etchings, stitches, designs,and the like), and can be configured to contain a variety of objects(e.g., golf balls, golf accessories, golf gloves, tees, divot tools, andthe like). In addition, the storage receptacles 132 can have a varietyof shapes and sizes and can be configured to allow a variety ofcomplimenting (e.g., similar shape and size) removable storagecontainers 130 to be attached and detached.

FIG. 3 illustrates an example of removable storage containers 130detached from complimenting storage receptacles 132. The storagereceptacles 132 and/or the removable storage containers 130 can includea variety of features for allowing the removable storage containers 130to be secured to and detached from the storage receptacles. For example,the removable storage container 130 can include a face 140 having edges142 that are shaped to releasably couple to a frame 134 of the storagereceptacle 132. In some implementations, the frame 134 can include asealing or gripping feature that can engage the edges 142 of theremovable storage container 130 for securing the positioning of theremovable storage container 130 within at least a part of the storagereceptacle 132.

The ability to remove and exchange the removable storage containers 130can allow a user to easily customize the golf bag system 100, such aswith removable storage containers 130 having different colors, logos,and/or contents. In addition, a user can more easily pack and unpackitems (e.g., golf balls, etc.) by allowing the user to simply attach anddetach desired removable storage containers 130 to the golf bag system100. For example, a golfer can have a first storage container that holdsall white balls and a second storage container having all yellow balls.The golfer can then select the storage container he or she desires touse for a particular golf trip based on the various contents. In anotherexample, the golfer can have a first storage container with a particularuniversity logo and a second storage container without such a logo. Whenthe golfer is golfing with a friend that attended that particularuniversity, the golf can choose to use the first storage container. Whengolfing with someone else, the golfer can choose to use the secondstorage container.

FIG. 4 illustrates an implementation of the main bag 102 showing aremovable storage container 130 attached to a complimenting storagereceptacle 132 and another removable storage container 130 detached froma complimenting storage receptacle 132. The removable storage containers130 can be attached and detached from complimenting storage receptacles132 located on either the removable bag 104 or the main bag 102. Asdiscussed above, the removable storage containers 130 and storagereceptacles 132 can have a variety of shapes, sizes, and appearances.

In some implementations, the removable storage containers 130 caninclude a storage locking mechanism that allows the removable storagecontainers 130 to be detached from a storage receptacle 132 as a resultof a user activating the storage locking mechanism. The storage lockingmechanism can include a quick-release or one-touch release mechanism forfast removal of the removable storage containers 130 from the storagereceptacles 132. Any of a variety of features can be used to attach anddetach the removable storage containers 130 from the storagereceptacles, including snaps, magnets, zippers, Velcro, buttons, hocks,and the like.

In addition, some implementations of the storage receptacles 132 caninclude an inner lining 136 (e.g., a mesh lining) that can be configuredto line the inside of the storage receptacles 132, as shown, forexample, in FIG. 3. The inner lining 136 can provide a light-weightcovering within the storage receptacles 132, which can also shieldcontents (e.g., golf clubs, golfing accessories, and the like) withineither the main bag 102 or removable bag 104.

The main bag 102 can also include an elongated storage cavity 146 thatextends along a length of the main bag 102, as shown in FIG. 4. Theelongated storage cavity 146 can include attachment features 148 thatcan assist with securing an item within the elongated storage cavity146. The elongated storage cavity 146 can be sized and shaped to allow avariety of items to be secured within the elongated storage cavity 146,and the attachment features 148 can include a variety of features forreleasably securing items to the elongated storage cavity 146. Forexample, the elongated storage cavity 146 can be sized and shaped toaccept an umbrella along a length of the elongated storage cavity 146.In addition, the attachment features 148 can include buckled straps thatcan assist with securing the umbrella within the elongated storagecavity 146. In some implementations, the elongated storage cavity 146can be sized and shaped such that when an item, such as an umbrella, issecured within the elongated storage cavity 146, the item is flush withan outer edge of the main bag 102, which can allow for a compactconfiguration. Alternatively, the elongated storage cavity can include acover or pouch to protect the contents, such as the umbrella.

Some implementations of the main bag 102 can include one or more wheels150, which can allow either the main bag 102 or golf bag system 100 tobe wheeled around. In addition, the wheels 150 can be removable from themain bag 102. As such, the user can remove and re-attach the wheels 150to the main bag 102, such as to the base of the main bag 102. The wheelscan be removed as a removable wheel assembly 151, such that the removedunit includes two wheels and an attachment piece, such that theremovable wheel assembly 151 is easy to carry or set aside. When theremovable wheel assembly 151 is not attached, there is simply a cavityin the golf bag system 100 that is not noticeable. The removable wheelassembly 151 can be attached and reattached to the golf bag system 100using a quick-release or one-touch release mechanism, some other lockingmechanism, snaps, magnets, zippers, Velcro, buttons, hocks, and thelike. Alternatively, the removable wheel assembly 151 is also or insteadremovably attached to the removable golf bat 104,

In addition, the main bag 102 can include a main bag handle 152 that canallow a user to grasp the main bag handle 152 for moving either the mainbag 102 or golf bag system 100. As mentioned above, the removable bag104 can include a handle 110, which can allow a user to grasp in orderto move either the removable bag 104 or the golf bag system 100.

Additionally, some implementations of the golf bag system 100 caninclude a magnetic receptacle 156 (as shown in FIG. 4), which can allowat least one accessory to be magnetically attached and detached from thegolf bag system 100, such as along an outer surface of the golf bagsystem 100. The accessory can be, for example, a golf glove, ballmarker, personal identification tags, corporate logo, country club logo,magnet tees, other golfing related implements that can be attached usinga magnet, or the like. Although the magnetic receptacle 156 is shown asbeing positioned along the main bag 102, the golf club system 100 caninclude a magnetic receptacle 156 on either the main bag 102 or theremovable bag 104. Furthermore, there can be more than one magneticreceptacle 156, and the magnetic receptacles 156 can be positioned inany of a variety of locations along the golf club system 100.

Some implementations of the golf bag system 100 can include dividers158, as shown, for example, in FIGS. 1-3. The dividers can be rigid andextend a length along an inside compartment of either the removable bag104 or the main bag 102, such as for providing separate compartments forgolf clubs. The length the dividers extend can be along the entire bagor along just a top portion of the bag 153 (shown in FIG. 4). However,either the main bag 102 or the removable bag 104 may not includedividers 158. Some implementations of the dividers 158 can includeelastomeric inserts, which can be made out of, for example, variousrubber materials having a variety of properties. The elastomeric insertscan assist with reducing noise associated with golf club movementagainst the dividers 158. As such, a two-shot molding process can beused to manufacture the dividers 158, with the first molding processincluding forming the dividers 158 and the second molding processincluding covering a part of the dividers 158 with an elastomericmaterial that can form the elastomeric inserts. The elastomeric insertscan extend along a part of the dividers, such as along and down a lengthfrom the upper exposed edges, or along the entire length of the dividers158.

Some implementations of the golf bag system 100 can include anexoskeleton that is made out of a durable and lightweight material, suchas plastic, titanium, carbon fiber, etc. In addition, either the mainbag 102 or the removable bag 104 can include the exoskeleton that ismade out of the durable and lightweight material.

In addition, some implementations of the golf bag system 100 can includea carrying strap 170, as shown in FIG. 3, for assisting a user withcarrying the golf bag system 100. Carrying strap 170 can be attached tothe golf bag system 100 using strap bars, Velcro®, buttons, sewn ontothe bag, or any other manner in which carrying strap 170 can be attachedto the bag. Additionally, some implementations of the golf bag system100 can include one or more strap receptacles 172, as shown in FIG. 4,which can assist with securing the golf bag system 100 to a golf cart.For example, the golf bag system 100 can include a strap receptacle 172positioned on opposing sides of the golf bag system 100 (e.g., two strapreceptacles 172), which can allow a securing strap associated with thegolf cart to be inserted through the strap receptacles 172 and provide amore secure coupling of the golf bag system 100 to the golf cart.

The improved secure coupling of the golf bag system 100 to the golf cartcan be due, at least in part, to the golf bag system 100 including morethan one strap receptacle 172, which can result in a more stable andbalanced coupling of the golf bag system 100 to the golf cart. Inaddition, the securing strap associated with the golf cart can extendaround a back side (e.g., opposite side from where the removable bag 104attaches to the main bag 102) of the golf bag system 100, which canallow easy and efficient removal of the removable bag 104 from the mainbag 102 while the main bag 102 remains strapped to the golf cart.

FIG. 5 illustrates an implementation of a mount 160 that can be attachedand detached from the removable bag 104. The mount 160 can attach to atop portion of the removable bag 104 and can assist with securing theremovable bag 104 to a golf cart, for example, when a user is only usingthe removable bag and not using the main bag. For example, a user cantake only the removable bag 104 to play golf and can use the mount 160for securing the removable bag 104 to a golf cart. The mount 160 caninclude a quick-release or one-touch release mechanism that allows theuser to quickly and easily remove the mount 160 from the removable bag104. In some implementations, the mount 160 can include strap handlesthat allow the mount to be attached to the golf cart using the straps ofthe golf cart. In addition, the mount 160 can include pouches to holditems, a magnet to hold a golf glove (similar to magnetic receptacle156), slots to hold golf tees, and the like.

FIG. 6 illustrates an implementation of a hood 162 that can be attachedand detached from the removable bag 104 and/or mount 160. The hood 162can attach to a top portion of the removable bag 104 or mount 160 usinglatch 161, and can assist with covering at least the top portion of theremovable bag 104, such as for protecting and securing contents within amain inner compartment of the removable bag 104 during transport ortravel. The hood 162 can also include a quick-release or one-touchrelease mechanism that allows the user to quickly and easily remove thehood 162 from the removable bag 104. Alternatively, hood 162 can beattached to the removable bag 104 and/or mount 160 using some otherlocking mechanism, latching mechanism, snaps, magnets, zippers, Velcro,buttons, hocks, and the like. In addition, hood 162 can include pouchesto hold items, a magnet to hold a golf glove (similar to magneticreceptacle 156), slots to hold golf tees, and the like.

Traveling with just the removable golf bag with the hood and mount canbe considerably lighter than traveling with a traditional golf bag. Forexample, a traditional golf bag can weigh approximately 5 pounds and atraditional golf club case can weight 30-40 pounds. The removable golfbag, being smaller can weight approximately 4.5 pounds, but the hood andmount only weigh approximately 2 pounds, making traveling with theremovable golf bag more convenient than traveling with a traditionalgolf bag.

As shown in FIG. 7, the golf bag system 100 can include a securing clip190 that can assist with securing the stabilizer 122 in a compactconfiguration, such as while the traveling with the removable bag 104detached from the main bag 102. The securing clip 190 can be removablyattached to removable bag 104. To avoid securing clip 190 being lost,securing clip 190 can also be stored along various parts of the golf bagsystem 100 when not in use, including on the hood 162, on the main bag102, in a pocket, on the mount 160, or the like.

The removable golf bag 104 can include handles on the top, bottom andside to allow for easier transport of the bag. For example, the handle110 of the removable bag 104 can be positioned along a front face of theremovable bag 104, which can allow a user to easily insert and attachthe removable bag 104 to the main bag 102. Insertion of the removablebag 104 into the main bag 102 can include directly inserting the side ofthe removable bag 104 in a linear movement towards the coupling surfaceof the main bag. This can at least minimize, including prevent, the userfrom having to lift the removable bag above the top of the main bag 102in order to couple the removable bag 104 to the main bag 102, which canreduce strain incurred by the user (e.g., from excessive lifting) andimprove usability of the golf bag system 100.

In the descriptions above and in the claims, phrases such as “at leastone of” or “one or more of” may occur followed by a conjunctive list ofelements or features. The term “and/or” may also occur in a list of twoor more elements or features. Unless otherwise implicitly or explicitlycontradicted by the context in which it is used, such a phrase isintended to mean any of the listed elements or features individually orany of the recited elements or features in combination with any of theother recited elements or features. For example, the phrases “at leastone of A and B;” “one or more of A and B;” and “A and/or B” are eachintended to mean “A alone, B alone, or A and B together.” A similarinterpretation is also intended for lists including three or more items.For example, the phrases “at least one of A, B, and C;” “one or more ofA, B, and C;” and “A, B, and/or C” are each intended to mean “A alone, Balone, C alone, A and B together, A and C together, B and C together, orA and B and C together.” Use of the term “based on,” above and in theclaims is intended to mean, “based at least in part on,” such that anunrecited feature or element is also permissible.

The implementations set forth in the foregoing description do notrepresent all implementations consistent with the subject matterdescribed herein. Instead, they are merely some examples consistent withaspects related to the described subject matter. The current subjectmatter may be embodied in other specific forms besides and beyond thosedescribed herein. Further, the implementations set forth in theforegoing description do not represent all implementations consistentwith the subject matter described herein. Instead, they are merely someexamples consistent with aspects related to the described subjectmatter. Although a few variations have been described in detail herein,other modifications or additions are possible. In particular, furtherfeatures and/or variations can be provided in addition to those setforth herein. For example, the implementations described above can bedirected to various combinations and sub-combinations of the disclosedfeatures and/or combinations and sub-combinations of one or morefeatures further to those disclosed herein. In addition, the logic flowsdepicted in the accompanying figures and/or described herein do notnecessarily require the particular order shown, or sequential order, toachieve desirable results. The scope of the following claims may includeother implementations or embodiments.

What is claimed is:
 1. A golf bag system, comprising: a main golf baghaving a coupling surface and an engagement feature; and a removablegolf bag having an engaging feature that releasably engages theengagement feature for releasably coupling the removable golf bag to themain golf bag, the removable golf bag further comprising a stabilizerthat forms a first position, the stabilizer comprising an elongatedshaft with a stabilizing foot at a distal end of the elongated shaft,the stabilizing foot being wider than the elongated shaft, wherein thefirst position comprises the elongated shaft and stabilizing footpositioned within a stabilizer recess that extends a length along a sideof the removable golf bag thereby allowing the side of the removablegolf bag to mate against the coupling surface when the stabilizer is inthe first position and the engaging feature is engaged with theengagement feature.
 2. The golf bag system of claim 1, wherein thestabilizer forms a second position comprising the stabilizer extended atan angle from a body of the removable golf bag when the removable golfbag is detached from the main golf bag.
 3. The golf bag system of claim1, wherein the removable golf bag further comprises a quick-releasemechanism including an activating part for activating the quick releasemechanism, wherein activation of the quick-release mechanism disengagesthe engaging feature from the engagement feature and detaches theremovable golf bag from the main golf bag.
 4. The golf bag system ofclaim 3, wherein the activating part includes one or more of apush-button, a touch-sensitive electronic interface, and a latch.
 5. Thegolf bag system of claim 3, wherein the removable golf bag includes ahandle positioned adjacent the activating part.
 6. The golf bag systemof claim 1, wherein at least one of the main golf bag and the removablegolf bag includes a storage receptacle configured to releasably attach aremovable storage container.
 7. The golf bag system of claim 6, whereinthe removable storage container includes a face having an edge with theedge including features that releasably mate with the storagereceptacle.
 8. The golf bag system of claim 1, wherein the removablegolf bag is capable of holding at least ten golf clubs.
 9. The golf bagsystem of claim 1, wherein the stabilizer includes more than oneelongated shaft.
 10. The golf bag system of claim 1, wherein theremovable golf bag includes a mount that releasably attaches to a toppart of the removable golf bag and is configured to assist withcoupling-the removable golf bag to a golf cart.
 11. The golf bag systemof claim 10, wherein the removable golf bag includes a hood thatreleasably attaches to the mount and is configured to protect and securecontents within a main inner compartment of the removable golf bag. 12.The golf bag system of claim 1, wherein the main golf bag includes aremovable wheel assembly that is releasably secured to the main golfbag.
 13. The golf bag system of claim 1, wherein the main golf bagincludes a positioning feature adjacent a base of the main golf bag thatis configured to engage the removable golf bag and prevent the removablegolf bag from moving distally relative to the main golf bag.
 14. Thegolf bag system of claim 13, wherein the positioning feature includes anextruded lip.
 15. The golf bag system of claim 1, wherein the couplingsurface is sized and shaped to conform to a part of an outer profile ofthe removable golf bag.
 16. The golf bag system of claim 1, wherein atleast one of the main golf bag or the removable golf bag includes amagnetic receptacle configured to magnetically attach at least oneaccessory.
 17. The golf bag system of claim 1, wherein the removablegolf bag comprises rigid dividers extending a length along an insidecompartment of the removable golf bag.
 18. A method, comprising:disengaging, in response to activation of an activating part of a golfbag system, an engaging member of a removable bag of the golf bag systemfrom an engagement member of a main golf bag of the golf bag system; anddetaching the removable golf bag from the main golf bag, wherein thedetaching includes separating a contact surface of the main golf bagfrom a side of the removable golf bag, wherein the side includes astabilizer that is exposed upon separation of the contact surface andthe side, the stabilizer compriseing an elongated shaft with astabilizing foot at a distal end of the elongated shaft with thestabilizing foot being wider than the elongated shaft, the sidecomprising a recess that extends along the side and shaped to allow theelongated shaft and stabilizing foot to completely lay within the recessthereby allowing the side of the removable golf bag to mate against thecoupling surface when the removable bag is attached to the main golfbag.
 19. The method of claim 18, further comprising: engaging apositioning feature adjacent a base of the main golf bag with theremovable golf bag thereby preventing the removable golf bag from movingdistally relative to the main golf bag; attaching the removable golf bagto the main golf bag, wherein the attaching includes mating the contactsurface of the main golf bag with the side of the removable golf bag;and engaging the engaging member of the removable bag with theengagement member of the main golf bag.
 20. A golf bag system,comprising: a main golf bag having a coupling surface and an engagementfeature; a removable golf bag having an engaging feature that releasablyengages the engagement feature for releasably coupling the removablegolf bag to the main golf bag, the removable golf bag further comprisinga stabilizer that forms a first position, the stabilizer comprising anelongated shaft with a stabilizing foot at a distal end of the elongatedshaft, the stabilizing foot being wider than the elongated shaft,wherein the first position comprises the elongated shaft and stabilizingfoot positioned within a stabilizer recess that extends a length along aside of the removable golf bag thereby allowing the side of theremovable golf bag to mate against the coupling surface when thestabilizer is in the first position and the engaging feature is engagedwith the engagement feature. a quick-release mechanism including anactivating part for activating the quick release mechanism, whereinactivation of the quick-release mechanism disengages the engagingfeature from the engagement feature and detaches the removable golf bagfrom the main golf bag; a handle positioned adjacent the activatingpart; a storage receptacle located on at least one of the main golf bagand the removable golf bag, wherein the storage receptacle is configuredto releasably attach a removable storage container; and a positioningfeature adjacent a base of the main golf bag that is configured toengage the removable golf bag and prevent the removable golf bag frommoving distally relative to the main golf bag.